What if even pharmaceutical reps and top doctors don’t know the full truth about the drugs they’re promoting... and what that means for your family’s everyday health decisions? In this episode, we sit down with Michelle Magno, former top-performing pharmaceutical rep for Johnson & Johnson and Sanofi, to unpack the realities of pharma sales through the lens of informed consent, personal agency, and real-world decision-making. This conversation is especially relevant for parents overwhelmed by medication recommendations, natural-minded families questioning daily meds, and anyone seeking clarity on what providers actually know. Rather than fear-based narratives or surface-level advice, this episode reveals the ”golden handcuffs,” hidden scandals (like the Procrit whistleblower case), and company loyalty that keep good people in a for-profit system (sometimes) prioritizing product over patients.

In this extra Q&A episode pulled from our private Community, I’m responding to real questions from parents who are trying to navigate informed consent, vaccines, medical pressure, regret after medical decisions, and what it actually looks like to make thoughtful choices in a system that often feels rushed and overwhelming.

One of the most popular questions I get asked when I share homeopathy: “Can Christians use homeopathy without compromising their faith?” In this thoughtful conversation, Alexandra sits down with Christian homeopath Brie Beeks to unpack one of the most misunderstood questions in natural medicine (and in the Church). Together, they explore what the Bible actually says about healing, energy, and discernment, while examining how God’s design for the body and emotions aligns with principles of homeopathy.

What if your pelvic structure (not your mindset or preparation) was the hidden reason behind a difficult birth or unexpected C-Section? In this eye-opening episode, Alexandra sits down with Adrian Davidson to explore a conversation that’s often missing in the natural birth world: how pelvic anatomy can impact labor progress and, in rare cases, make a C-section the most compassionate and informed choice. Together, we unpack what “informed consent” really means when surgery becomes necessary, how to prepare your body and environment for a C-section when you desire a natural birth, and how to advocate (for you and baby) afterward.

“Clean,” “green,” and “non-toxic” are everywhere, but what do those words really mean? In this episode, Alexandra sits down with Liz Fenn, founder of Urban Farm Collection, to explore what it takes to create truly safe, effective products without falling for marketing buzzwords. Together, we discuss how to think critically about all products (even those labeled as natural) and what questions to ask before trusting a brand.

Can faith and modern medicine coexist in the same exam room? In this heartfelt episode, Alexandra sits down with Madison Brown, PA-C, a family medicine clinician who isn’t afraid to pray with her patients and embrace her faith into clinical care. Madison shares how her medical practice has been anchored in her journey through faith, from quietly whispering “Jesus, help me” before hard conversations to trusting divine nudges that have literally saved lives.

Could financial peace actually be the health goal we’re all overlooking this season? Explore how overspending and financial stress can quietly impact your nervous system, hormones, and overall health. From dopamine-driven “retail therapy” to the way debt fuels chronic anxiety and sleep loss, we unpack the biology behind emotional overspending. And, how to reclaim your peace before the season begins.

If there’s one moment when informed consent should be crystal clear, it’s birth. Yet too many women describe feeling silenced, pressured, or rushed when bringing life into the world. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Rankins. She’s a board-certified OB-GYN, podcast host, and advocate for respectful, evidence-based birth. And, together, we answer “What should true informed consent look like in the birth space?”

Conventional medicine saved Dane Johnson’s life, but it didn’t heal him. At just 23, Dane was living the dream as a model and actor in Los Angeles when his body began to unravel from severe Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Years of hospitalizations, medications, and near-death complications kept him alive, but not well. When doctors ran out of options, Dane had to reimagine healing from the ground up. Now the founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, one of the largest global consulting firms for IBD recovery, Dane shares how his story of survival became a blueprint for what healthcare could learn if it decided to listen.

Why do doulas sometimes make doctors and nurses uneasy? And what does their presence reveal about the way our medical system handles birth? In this episode, we talk with HeHe Stewart, founder of The Birth Lounge and a doula with more than 10 years of experience. She shares about the politics of presence to explore why doulas sometimes make providers uncomfortable and why their role matters more than ever.

In Part Two of Hannah Morgan’s journey, the story moves from despair to resilience. With faith as her compass, Hannah navigated years of setbacks, new therapies, and near-death moments that tested her resolve. Today, as a mother and author of The Vile, she shares how hope and advocacy transformed her hardest chapters into sacred beginnings.

What happens when medicine doesn’t have the answers you need, but your faith calls you to keep going? In this first half of Hannah Morgan’s story, you’ll hear how a young woman’s health unraveled after a routine vaccine, and how she and her family fought to be heard.

What if the biggest influence on your medical decisions isn’t what’s said out loud, but what’s happening silently in the background? This episode is Part Five of our 5-part series, The Empowered Mom’s Guide to Medical Advocacy. We uncover the subtle “nudges” built into the medical system that can steer your decisions without you even realizing it. These influences aren’t always malicious, but they are powerful, and every mom deserves to know how to spot them.

We’re pressing pause on our current podcast series, because millions of us witnessed something we never thought we’d see in real time; a political assassination streamed straight to our phones. No matter your views, moments like this leave behind a shared weight of shock, grief, and disorientation. For moms especially, it can feel impossible to stay grounded while caring for our families and holding space for our children. In this episode of Well Considered, Alexandra is joined by Dr. Rachel and Dr. Carly from Kale Blossom one week after the assassination to explore practical ways to process collective trauma and reclaim a sense of calm. Together, we share gentle yet powerful tools for nervous system regulation, emotional processing, and rediscovering balance in the days after tragedy.

What do you do when two “experts” give completely different answers about your health (or your child’s health)? Do you follow the credential, the confidence, or your own gut?

Ever felt like your doctor was speaking another language? You’re not alone. Medical jargon can feel intimidating, but here’s the truth: not knowing those words doesn’t make you less capable, less informed, or less worthy of clear answers.

Have you ever felt pressured to make a quick medical decision for yourself or your child only to regret not slowing down? This episode is Part Two in our 5-part series, The Empowered Mom’s Guide to Medical Advocacy. We go more in depth on a simple but powerful tool: The 10-Second Pause.

Ever felt your heart race before asking a doctor a question wondering if you’ll be brushed off or labeled “difficult”? You’re not the only mom who’s been there. This is the first episode in our 5-part series, The Empowered Mom’s Guide to Medical Advocacy. In this kickoff episode we share The Confidence Blueprint; a step-by-step guide to speaking up for your family with calm authority and clarity.

Have you ever walked out of a doctor’s office with more questions than answers? Today, we sit down with Chloe Harrouche, founder and CEO of The Lanby, a patient-led concierge primary care practice in New York City that’s reimagining what healthcare could (and should) look like.

Tired of the same old “pro-vax” vs. “anti-vax” debate? In this pivotal episode, we introduce a groundbreaking tool to move beyond the binary: The Vaccine Perspective Spectrum™. It’s a 13-point framework designed to move the vaccine conversation beyond extremes and into clarity, compassion, and truth.